Ancient Coins, Numismatic Books

Severus Alexander (222-235), Severus Alexander (222-235), Sestertius, c. 231, Rome, laureate bust right, drapery on left shoulder, rev. PM TR P X COS III P P S C, Annona standing left, holding two grain-ears over modius and anchor, 18.39g/12h (RIC 520; BMC 766; C 424). Good very fine, dark red-brown patina (£60-80)